Improving digital support for Native women at risk of alcohol-exposed pregnancy
Official title: Optimizing a Digital AEP Risk Intervention with Native Women and Communities
Funded at University of Virginia · NIH-10830989 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful online tool to support Native women in reducing the chances of having an Alcohol-Exposed Pregnancy, by making sure it fits their specific needs and testing different ways to make it work better for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project start | April 20, 2023 |
| Project end | September 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $241,675 |
| NIH project number | 5R61AA030581-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10830989 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Native women who are at risk for Alcohol-Exposed Pregnancy due to factors such as unintended pregnancies and high alcohol consumption.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Native women or who are not at risk for Alcohol-Exposed Pregnancy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a digital intervention aimed at reducing the risk of Alcohol-Exposed Pregnancy (AEP) among Native women. It recognizes that Native American communities face higher rates of unintended pregnancies and alcohol consumption, leading to significant health risks for children. By tailoring an existing digital intervention called CARRII specifically for Native women, the project aims to enhance its effectiveness and accessibility. The approach involves systematically testing various strategies to optimize the intervention, ensuring it meets the unique needs of these communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of Alcohol-Exposed Pregnancy among Native women, leading to healthier outcomes for both mothers and children.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that digital interventions can effectively reach and support at-risk populations, suggesting a promising avenue for this tailored approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Virginia
Charlottesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ingersoll, Karen S — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Ingersoll, Karen S
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.